Bye, Jelly Belly | Portillo's Rights A Wrong | Brewery's Future Murky: IL Business News

ILLINOIS — After four decades, an iconic burger joint announced it's making its long-awaited return to Illinois, while a candy maker is closing up shop.

Meanwhile, a local mayor says a beloved chain is righting a "historic wrong," and a former restaurant site is up for auction.

Here's a look at some of Illinois Patch's top business stories:

Bean Counters Call It Quits, Jelly Belly Plant To Close In October

Ferrara Candy is relocating jelly bean production, affecting dozens of employees who have been offered transfers to other Chicago-area facilities.

Portillo's Is Coming To Suburb: 'A Historic Wrong, Righted'

More than a decade ago, the village was slated to get its own Portillo's, home of hot dogs, Italian beef and the famous chocolate cake shake. "For several reasons, depending on which theory you want to choose, it ended up in Shorewood," the mayor said. Now, that "historic wrong" is being righted.

Uncertain Future For Mad Hatchet Brewery After Facebook Announcement

The owners say they are putting the brewery up for sale and hope it will continue with a buyer. "We want to be better friends, better parents, better children to our own parents. And so it's time for this chapter to close and another to open," Mad Hatchet's owners announced.

Jack In The Box Returning To Chicago Area

The chain announced a return to the Chicago area this week, citing plans to open in several suburbs. It's been 40 to 50 years since the burger chain last operated in Chicago and Illinois, the company said.

Auction Set: Want To Buy Old Checkers Restaurant Property?

The listing proclaims "excellent location as an out parcel to Tony's Fresh Market, a grocery anchor, alongside tenants like Planet Fitness." The starting bid will be $700,000.

New Chick-Fil-A Location Coming Soon

The new location will be built at a former Steak 'n Shake property.

McAlister's Brings Its Beloved Sandwiches, Soups To Suburb

The deli will host a grand opening on July 8 and offers a wide variety of hot and cold sandwiches.